A coalition force member maintains security during a presence patrol in Farah province, Afghanistan, Dec. 13, 2012. Afghan National Security Forces have been taking the lead in security operations, with coalition forces as mentors, to bring security and stability to the people of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. (DoD photo by Sgt. Pete Thibodeau, Marine Corps/Released) 121213-M-BO337-120 (8273305794)

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